1988 Dodge 600 vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1988 Dodge 600 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge 600 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Riley One-Point-Five is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge 600 (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge 600 | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Dodge | Riley |
Model | 600 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |